Exceptional art students learn Eastern culture
On Thursday March 27, Alice Zhou, artist in residence, held a workshop for some of...
Camel couture: a fashion show
“OMG do you guys wanna go to a Trina Turk fashion show tomorrow night?????” was...
An open letter to boys about promposals
Much to your dismay, prom season is right around the corner… April 26 is coming...
Mardi Gras experience for Churchwell
Having New Orleanian parents, I have attended Mardi Gras throughout my childhood. However, this year,...
A hero’s homecoming
Upon hearing I was covering a veteran’s home donation, I had no idea what to...
Another year, more vandalism
Leesville students gawked at the familiar sight of vandalism while driving into school on Nov....
Humble hero receives home
“Who wouldn’t give an ugly pair of feet to serve these amazing people?” said First...
Seniors apply early for college
October 15 is a fated day for many high school seniors; it is the day...
Jamming out helps you work out?
Walk into the gym…@^$^%#!!!! I left my headphones in the car. How will I work...
Class of 2014 revamps Grill Team
After years of decline, Leesville’s Grill Team is undergoing numerous changes by the class of...
Infinidye scarves wrap up Leesville
After a 6 year hiatus, the Apparel 2 class is back in business. After taking...
Raleigh joins “No Shoes Nation”
After a year’s hiatus, Kenny Chesney returned to Raleigh on Thursday, May 23, for his...
Fashion icon Lilly Pulitzer brightens up the skies
At age 81, Lilly Pulitzer Rousseau, fashion icon, died on Sunday, April 8 in her...
Leesville band seeks 18th national title
For most high school bands, preparing music for a national competition may be stressful and...
A modest proposal
We’ve all heard the tales of the high speed drives to and fro the beloved,...
Leesville French students conquer the contest
Leesville’s French students were given the opportunity to prove their skills in French by taking...
Minimum wage hike hurts working teens
In 1938, Franklin Roosevelt signed the Fair Labor Standards Act which set a minimum pay...
Reluctant to try Travinia twice
Upon walking through the rustic threshold of Travinia, the warm atmosphere was unmistakable. Combined accents...
Gravy garners great review
Triangle Restaurant Week is an annual event among eateries throughout the Raleigh area. This...
26 acts of kindness in memory of Newtown shooting
On December 14, 2012, Adam Lanza shot and killed 26 students and staff at Sandy...
Frazier starts new traditions
The basketball team is playing the Friday before exams; however, the stadium is quiet. The...
French club visits Matisse exhibit
Leesville’s French Club took their first outing of the school year by visiting Duke’s Nasher...
Matt Jenkins– falconer in training
For Matt Jenkins, his need of volunteer hours has transformed into a lifelong hobby. It...
Concussions present greater threat to athletes
Because knowledge of concussions has changed, there is but one single definition. It is very...
Jason Aldean chugs along with “Night Train”
I had been counting down the days. My favorite country singer was finally releasing a...
Bowling team strikes Leesville
Leesville’s new Bowling Club held their first meeting on October 2 at AMF Bowling Center....
Helicopter parents hover over kids’ lives
It’s 2:20, the bell just rang and so did my phone. It’s my mom– surprise....
Sola Coffee creates community
As I sat down with my Iced Chai and looked around, I noticed Sola Coffee...
Disc golf sweeps Leesville
Hobbies of high school students usually include, dance, soccer, or maybe even fishing. However, a...
Labor Day: Surrender your white pants
For some, the three day weekend over Labor Day marks the beginning of fall and...
Brad Paisley charms Churchwell
Being a regular attendee of country music concerts at Walnut Creek, I was thrilled when...
Golden goes beyond discipline
When you hear the word “administrator” or “assistant principal,” thoughts of suspensions and detentions might...
Rushing 101
Greek life is either a huge part of your college experience or not. Rushing, which...
Toes in the water, hands in the air
Being a regular concert attendee at Walnut Creek, I know what to expect when going...
“That actual awkward moment when…”
For those who love to say “That awkward moment when…”, have I a story for...
Ingrid Chen for the win!
Ingrid Chen, junior and current vice president of the student body, was elected to become...
Leesville participates in French Festival
Schools from all around Wake County gathered at Moore Square Middle School on Wednesday, March...
Bieber’s new song features uncomfortable rap
If Justin Bieber was my boyfriend, he’d never let me go. He told me this...
Leesville’s sad effort to “Stop Kony”
The minute I saw “Stop Kony” was trending on Twitter, I became a skeptic. My...
The mysterious Mac lab
It is a room that many Leesville kids are unaware of. A room tucked so...
Prezi not exactly “eye candy”
My peers’ presentations blew my mind while in French class. It zoomed to various photos...
Wrestling for success
Pride wrestling finished a successful regular season, by placing second in the Cap 8 championships...
Record-breaking Drew Brees sets a new standard; inspires a native
While on my annual trip New Orleans for Christmas, I did the usual; visit with...
New voters at Leesville
With turning eighteen comes many opportunities: lottery tickets, cigarettes and porn. However, eighteen year olds...
Broughton outlasts Lady Pride
On December 13, Leesville Road’s women’s varsity basketball team hosted Broughton, only to fall short,...
Younglife Christmas celebration
Leesville’s Younglife brought in the Christmas season with a colorful celebration Thursday, December 8. Each...
Environmental Club meets and plans for the future
The Environmental Club held its first outing of the year at Umstead Park, Tuesday, November...
Leesville’s French club partakes in the French Revolution
The French Club had an out of the ordinary meeting on Tuesday, November 15. The...
The rising cost of a priceless lunch
Due to a blazing inferno across the South this summer, there was a hideous peanut...
Lady Antebellum’s third album reviewed
Lady Antebellum, contemporary country trio, released their third album on September 13. In the past,...